A Smart Highway that Detects its Own Potholes
The new technology could provide a giant leap in road design by implementing sensors and wireless transmission systems.
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Finnish researchers have developed a novel technique that mimics leaf microstructures to boost the performance and sustainability of flexible electronics.
The new technology could provide a giant leap in road design by implementing sensors and wireless transmission systems.
The absorbent and hydrophobic properties of some aquatic plants could enable them to become a powerful ally against oil spills in the high seas.
A new approach for tackling air pollution: Goodyear, a tire manufacturer from the USA, recently announced the creation of a new prototype of literally green tires that sport a layer of moss.
The prevention of fires in buildings could enjoy another ally. Researchers have developed a new wallpaper that can sound the alarm and provide a barrier against fire.
Inorganic printing materials are so 20th century. Technology is now progressing towards bioprinting, opening a host of opportunities in industrial and medical environments.
Developing construction materials that behave more like living organisms is one of the next scientific challenges.
Catalytic reactions allow transforming carbon dioxide into other materials, which could prove to be an effective strategy to fight global warming.
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